Centenarian Rita Giordano of Williamsville reflects on her long life By Jane Schmitt Something special happened to Rita Giordano over the summer: She became
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By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Perhaps you notice a vision supplement at your local drugstore or in a commercial on TV. Will this product really
5 Things You Need to Know About Cataracts
By Ernst Lamothe Jr. As you get older your eyes age as well. The most common eye ailment is cataracts, a vision-related issue which
Golden Ears Program Offers Companionship at No Cost
SPCA program waives fees for residents ages 55 and older who adopt a cat age 7 and older By Julie Halm Adopting a pet
University Express Program Helps Seniors Exercise Their Minds
By Julie Halm As we age, it is important to keep our bodies moving, but it is important to keep our minds in motion
What’s New for Medicare in 2024
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If you receive Medicare, look for these changes coming in 2024: No more stage four-catastrophic stage for prescription drug plans
CDC: 28% of Americans Over 65 Will Fall This Year
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Here’s 8 Habits That Could Lengthen Your Life
Eight healthy habits could add years to your life. A new study of more than 700,000 U.S. veterans breaks down the habits that when
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By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Unfortunately, there’s no silver bullet for brain health. Avoiding Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia isn’t as simple as, “Eat
Exercise Beneficial for People Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Alzheimer’s is an incurable degenerative disease of the brain. However, people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s can benefit from exercise. A growing